Microdermabrasion is a new and innovative technique to treat the outer layers of the skin by gently abrading its surface. Microdermabrasion treatments have been used in Europe for years. Now the exciting procedure is helping men and women in the United States experience remarkable improvements in their skin texture and appearance. Microdermabrasion is a safe, non-surgical, comprehensive approach to skin care. Micro-crystals are passed through a sterile tube and gently and painlessly clean off the superficial, dead skin cells, while stimulating the production of fresh young skin cells and collagen. 

The wonderful thing about microdermabrasion is that the effects are cumulative, yet you can return to work immediately with only slight redness. Microdermabrasion treatments treat fine lines, age spots and even reduce the appearance of acne scars. Unfortunately, microdermabrasion cannot treat deep wrinkles and this does require laser resurfacing, which is also available at the Center.

A variety of techniques are available to also chemically remove the outer layers of the skin. This can be combined in conjunction with microdermabrasion or by itself. The different chemicals used are glycolic acid or trichloracetic acid (TCA). A variety of concentrations are available depending on the type of skin that the patient has and the desired result. Skin peels are usually required periodically to maintain the effect of plumping the skin and smoothing out the lines. Again, deeper lines, such as around the crow's feet and lip area will usually require more aggressive treatment, such as the laser (CO2 or Erbium).

An important part of any skin care maintenance program involves the use of the hands on technique of a trained medical skin care specialist. The objective of medical facials is to accentuate and compliment such treatments as microdermabrasion and chemical peels. Facials are important to maintain the integrity of the outer layers of skin and keep the pores clean in order to prevent oily buildup and cyst formation. Facials, when combined with microdermabrasion, are also helpful in the treatment of juvenile and adult onset acne.

Unsightly spider veins are very common on the lower extremities of women. They are due to the weakness of the vasculature in the lower extremity area. The treatment of choice is sclerotherapy (injection) sometimes combined with laser treatments. More than one treatment is usually required. It is necessary to wear a compression garment for several days following the procedure, but the patient is ambulatory immediately following the procedure.

Dr. Lavine has been trained on Carbon Dioxide lasers for resurfacing, the Erbium laser for resurfacing, as well as the Ruby laser for tattoo removal and the EpiLight laser for tattoo removal and "light facials"TM. Dr. Lavine has also been a medical instructor and lecturer on the Ruby lasers and was one of the first physicians in the United States to begin using this for tattoo removal and hair removal. Dr. Lavine is also a member of the International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons, as well as many other credentials.

Do you:

• Always want to look your best with the least amount of time and effort, even when you are active, or when you wake in the morning?

• Have problem areas around your eyebrows with too little or uneven hair growth?

• Want to accentuate your eyes but either don't have the time or skill to apply eye make-up effectively?

• Want to have fuller lips or a more defined outline to your lips?

Micropigmentation, also referred to as permanent make-up, is absolutely water-proof. Permanent make-up is the implantation of mineral extract into the skin. This ancient practice, which has beautified women in Asia for centuries is now available in our office through our safe and modern technology. All of the dyes used are allergy tested and cleared by the FDA.

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A Botox® injection is a simple, non-surgical procedure that smoothes the deep, persistent lines between your brows that have developed over the course of time.  A ten minute treatment relaxes the muscles that cause those lines to form and keeps them relaxed up to four months. It has been approved by the FDA for treatment.

Unlike surgery, Botox® is fast, simple, and minimally invasive, with no downtime or recovery.

Collagen is a protein found in the second layer of skin known as the dermis (the first layer is called the epidermis).  It is injected under the dermis layer to added fullness to areas of the face such as the lips, cheeks and forehead.